Trauma-Informed Youth Therapist: School-Based Counselor

Valid8 Financial, Inc.; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 57,475 - 76,560; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/life insurance

Vacation, sick and personal days

401k match of 6% after 6 months

Additional benefits

Job summary

Valid8 Financial, Inc. is seeking a counselor for The Joe Torre Safe at Home Foundation to work at Centennial High School in Compton. This full-time role involves providing individual and group counseling to youth experiencing violence, and teaching trauma education.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and a valid California license. Responsibilities include leading peer groups, conducting outreach for parents and staff, and developing anti-violence campaigns. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required for the position.
• CA-license in behavioral health discipline is essential.
• Experience with youth and interpersonal violence is critical.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling to youth exposed to violence.
• Teach violence prevention curriculum.
• Facilitate peer leadership groups and outreach activities.

Skills

Crisis intervention skills

Counseling skills

Understanding of interpersonal violence

Experience with group facilitation

Culturally sensitive services

Creative engagement

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or related field

Active, unrestricted CA-license in a behavioral health discipline

Job description

Valid8 Financial, Inc. is seeking a counselor for The Joe Torre Safe at Home Foundation to work at Centennial High School in Compton. This full-time role involves providing individual and group counseling to youth experiencing violence, and teaching trauma education.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and a valid California license. Responsibilities include leading peer groups, conducting outreach for parents and staff, and developing anti-violence campaigns. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.